Chaos on M3 as Major Motorway Shutdown Sparks Rush-Hour Nightmare

Serious Police Incident Closes M3 Eastbound in Surrey

A major police incident has slammed the M3 eastbound shut between junctions 3 and 4 this morning, sending rush-hour traffic into gridlock. The entry slip road at Junction 4 is also closed, causing huge delays for commuters.

National Highways labelled the situation “severe,” with no details yet on the cause. The closure is expected to last through the morning, with the motorway reopening around 9:45am.

Emergency Services Flood the Scene

  • Surrey Police and South East Coast Ambulance Service rushed to the incident.
  • National Highways Traffic Officers are on the ground directing stranded drivers.
  • Motorway cameras show bumper-to-bumper traffic backing up for miles.

Travel Alerts: Avoid the M3 and Brace for Long Delays

“The M3 in Surrey is closed eastbound between J4 (near Farnborough) and J3 (near Bracknell) due to a Police Led Incident,” confirmed National Highways.

“Due to the nature of the incident, the road is expected to remain closed throughout the morning.”

Motorists are urged to steer clear of the area and prepare for delays of up to two hours. Stay tuned for live updates as the situation develops.

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